Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Imelda (Scallin) Sweetland. Francine worked as a Registered Nurse until retiring in 2003.

Francine is survived by her devoted husband of 10 years, Kent; siblings Joseph, Mary Jane, Elizabeth Faria, Patricia and Owen. She is also survived by nieces and nephews, Joseph, Kelli, Ammy and Scott Sweetland and Lee Ann and Steven Faria.

A memotrial service was held in Simi Valley with a private burial in Rhode Island.

Donations in her name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011